Bromley Compliance Requirements
Complete guide to supported living and HMO compliance in Bromley. Covers licensing, property standards, required documents, fees, and timelines.
Licensing Requirements
Mandatory HMO
Required
Additional HMO
Not required
No additional HMO licensing scheme currently in place
Selective Licensing
Not active
Article 4 Direction
In place
Article 4 Direction in Biggin Hill/Darwin wards (from 1 Sep 2021) and rest of borough (from 1 Sep 2022). Planning permission required for C3 to C4 change.
Exempt Accommodation
Supported accommodation may be exempt under Housing Act 2004 s254/s257. Contact council for assessment.
Property Standards
Minimum Room Sizes
Fire Safety Requirements
- Smoke alarms on every floor
- Heat detectors in kitchens
- Fire doors on escape routes
- Fire risk assessment required
- Fire safety equipment (extinguishers)
- Clear escape routes
Required Certificates
Gas Safety
Annual gas safety certificate (CP12)
Electrical Safety
EICR every 5 years minimum
EPC Rating
Minimum E rating required by law
Planning Permission
Required due to Article 4 Direction for C3 to C4 change of use
Additional Requirements
- Adequate heating throughout
- Hot and cold water
- Adequate ventilation and lighting
- Secure entry systems
- Refuse storage facilities
Required Documents
Fees & Timeline
Licence Fees
- HMO Licence
- £2,558 (up to 5 bedrooms). +£512 per additional bedroom. Split: Part 1 £1,535, Part 2 £1,023.
Timeline
- Licence Processing
- 8-12 weeks typical
- Typical Setup Time
- 4-8 weeks from application to approval
Bromley-Specific Notes
- Only mandatory HMO licensing currently active
- No additional or selective licensing schemes
- Higher fees than most London boroughs
- Borough-wide Article 4 Direction requires planning permission for HMO conversion
- HHSRS assessment within 5 years of application
- Licence must be displayed in communal areas
Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact & Sources
Council Contact
Bromley HMO Licensing Team
hmo@bromley.gov.uk
020 8464 3333
Bromley Compliance Checklist
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